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Therapy in St. Paul for Individuals, Couples & Families
Grounded, relational care for adults, kids and teens, couples, families, first responders, and educators. In person in St. Paul or by telehealth.
In-network with Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Medica, Medicare, Minnesota Medical Assistance, and more. See insurance & fees
Mental Health Care, Together
At WaldHaven, we believe healing happens in community.
You don’t have to carry everything on your own — we’re here to walk with you, reconnect you with the people and resources that support your daily life, and help you build a system around you that feels steady, safe, and human.
Whether you’re navigating stress, trauma, or the unique pressures of serving others, our work centers on relationship, belonging, and practical tools that fit your world.
You bring your story. We bring space, expertise, and partnership. Together, we help you move toward strength, connection, and wholeness.
Jake Tjernlund, LMFT, and Steven Lutes, LICSW — co-founders. Meet our team
Who We Serve
Youth and Adolescents
Growing up isn’t simple — and young people deserve a space where they feel seen, safe, and supported. We help youth reconnect with their strengths, their families, and the communities that hold them.
Adults
Life carries real stress. Whether you’re navigating change, trauma, or the weight of daily responsibilities, we offer grounded, practical care that helps you reconnect with yourself and the people around you.
Couples
Relationships thrive in connection. We help couples slow down, communicate clearly, rebuild trust, and rediscover partnership — with tools that fit real-life moments, not theory alone.
Families
Families heal best together. We support families in strengthening communication, repairing patterns that feel stuck, and creating steadier, more supportive systems at home.
First Responders
Your work carries extraordinary pressure — and you shouldn’t have to carry it alone. Our trauma‑informed, culturally fluent care is built for the realities of fire, EMS, law enforcement, and frontline work.
Teachers & School Staff
Educators hold so much for others. We offer a space where you can slow down, breathe, and receive the support you give to your students every day.
In a forest, no tree grows alone.
Roots intertwine beneath the soil, sharing support. We believe people grow and heal the same way — in connection.